Stream of Consciousness

UNNAMED (Chapter 7- "Not A Dream"). Content Warning.
UNNAMED Chapter 7- "Not A Dream" "She walked like she belonged here. I stood like I'd been dragged back. The dead were silent, but she spoke like she knew them all by name."
By Nebula9 months ago in Writers
Ink-Stained Petals
The more I stand to lose, the more I hesitate to hold. And isn’t that the cruel contradiction of wanting love? Scattered pages surround me, thoughts I’ve written and rewritten, marked by ink and fear. And right in the middle—like a drop of blood in snow—rests a single rose. Whole. Beautiful. Alone.
By Usman Ali 9 months ago in Writers
Personal Growth, And What About Going Out To A Party Alone
The Book of Questions, by Gregory Stock, Ph.D prompts — You are invited to a party that will be attended by many fascinating people you’ve never met. Would you want to go if you had to go by yourself?
By Denise E Lindquist9 months ago in Writers
They Mocked Him at First—Then He Shared a Story That Left Them Speechless
At the annual Global Innovation Summit in San Francisco, a room packed with Fortune 500 executives, tech entrepreneurs, and Ivy League graduates gathered for what was supposed to be another routine panel of presentations. But what happened next would change the way they thought about leadership, resilience, and innovation forever.
By M.SUDAIS 9 months ago in Writers
A Conversation with Depression
Depression isn’t easy. And there isn’t a simple answer for it. Even though having a diagnosis has made life a little more understandable. It wasn’t a band aid and this wasn’t something that I could fix.
By Lane Burns9 months ago in Writers
Top Mobile Apps That Help You Track Mental Health
In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, mental health is more important than ever. Every modern health blog emphasizes the need for self-care, emotional awareness, and regular mental wellness check-ins. Fortunately, technology has evolved to meet these needs. A variety of mobile apps now make it easier to monitor, manage, and improve your mental health—right from your smartphone.
By sammmy9 months ago in Writers
What I Am Good At
Natalie Goldberg's Writing Down the Bones Deck prompts - Write for ten minutes, telling me something you are good at. Because I have been in recovery from the family illness of alcoholism and addiction, I have gotten pretty good at doing what it is I need to do to keep myself in a happy, joyous, and free life.
By Denise E Lindquist9 months ago in Writers
Commencement Speech
May - the month of graduation. When valedictorians and salutatorians prepare their speeches to present in front of crowds. Graduation caps and gowns are treated with such care, being readied for the big day. Gifts are purchased to wish the graduate best wishes for a bright future and congratulations on a job well done. Parties are organized down to the smallest detail, just to celebrate this milestone.
By Mother Combs9 months ago in Writers
Setting as Catalyst - Winners
ViM's April Prompt, Setting as Catalyst is over, and the results are in. I've come to announce the winners and entries of the unofficial challenge. We were blessed with so many great entries which made the voting close.
By Mother Combs9 months ago in Writers
Searching for Love . Top Story - May 2025.
The more I have to lose… the more I worry. I suppose I’ve always been this way. Of course no one wants to get hurt, loss things that matter or feel let down. But lately I have been really contemplating how bad my rejection sensitivity can be. To the point where I have made up things in my head that have to match my reality for me to realistically ever make a great connection. And as I start to wonder about taking chances in life and really focusing on things I want and how to get there…. Well… the sensitivity comes back in grand force.
By Lane Burns9 months ago in Writers
India-Pakistan Tensions Escalate: Military Strikes, Strategic Risks, and Global Ramifications. Content Warning.
I. The Situation: An Upcoming Border Conflict In the early hours of May 6, India launched Operation Sindoor, a coordinated military campaign against nine locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. Indian officials stated the operation aimed to destroy infrastructure belonging to militant outfits Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), allegedly responsible for recent attacks in Jammu and Kashmir.
By Dilshan Safin9 months ago in Writers
Ed Strachar and the Healing Genius® Revolution
In an age where conventional medicine often dominates the wellness landscape, Ed Strachar introduces a transformative approach that emphasizes the body's innate ability to heal. Through his Healing Genius® platform, Strachar offers a system that aligns mind, body, and spirit, tapping into universal energies to foster holistic well-being.
By Ed Strachar9 months ago in Writers